lance armstrong risks hurting himself even more in the hopes of winning sympathy and restoring a lost reputation. oprah says the interview lasted 2 1/2 hours and that armstrong came, quote, ready. it was reported to be an emotional interview but no word as to whether armstrong confessed. it should be noted that the u.s. anti-doping agency has an offer to armstrong to offer him a massive reduction in his lifetime ban, if he comes forward and names names. so far, diane, he has not. >> but it is still breaking news there. and we thank you, neal karlinsky. >>> and we move the next to gun violence, one month to the day after the tragedy in newtown, connecticut. because the president announced today he has a blueprint for action. and we have a poll tonight, showing where we agree in this polarizing debate in this country and where we divide. abc's senior white house correspondent jonathan karl, who questioned the president today, tells us what to expect next. >> reporter: in his first press conference this year, the president vowed quick action on gun violence, with or without congress. >>